1998 Daewoo Nubira vs. 2006 Ford Escape
To start off, 2006 Ford Escape is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Daewoo Nubira. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Daewoo Nubira would be higher. At 2,261 cc, 2006 Ford Escape is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Ford Escape (153 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 45 more horse power than 1998 Daewoo Nubira. (108 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Ford Escape should accelerate faster than 1998 Daewoo Nubira. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Ford Escape weights approximately 493 kg more than 1998 Daewoo Nubira. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2006 Ford Escape is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1998 Daewoo Nubira. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Ford Escape will offer significantly more control. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 2006 Ford Escape (206 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 61 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Daewoo Nubira. (145 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2006 Ford Escape will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Daewoo Nubira.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Daewoo Nubira | 2006 Ford Escape | |
| Make | Daewoo | Ford |
| Model | Nubira | Escape |
| Year Released | 1998 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1598 cc | 2261 cc |
| Horse Power | 108 HP | 153 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 145 Nm | 206 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 79 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 81.5 mm | 104 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 8.5:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1222 kg | 1715 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4470 mm | 4450 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1780 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2630 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 62 L | 62 L |
